{"product_id":"orius-insidiosus","title":"Orius insidiosus","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eStop Adult Thrips: The \"Minute Pirate Bug\" Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMites only eat the babies. Orius eats the adults.\u003c\/b\u003e If you see thrips flying or crawling on your flowers, predatory mites aren’t enough. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"135\"\u003eOrius insidiosus\u003c\/b\u003e (the Minute Pirate Bug) is the industry standard for aggressive, natural thrips control. While other biologicals wait for eggs to hatch, Orius hunts down the adults on contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eWhy Orius is the \"Heavy Hitter\" of Biological Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eMost growers fail because they use \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"35\"\u003eNeoseiulus cucumeris\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eAmblyseius swirskii\u003c\/i\u003e for active outbreaks. Those mites are great for prevention, but they cannot kill adult thrips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Orius Advantage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFull Lifecycle Control:\u003c\/b\u003e Targets larvae AND winged adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGeneralist Predator:\u003c\/b\u003e Will also hunt aphids, spider mites, and moth eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePollen-Friendly:\u003c\/b\u003e They can survive on pollen, making them perfect for flowering crops (Cannabis, Peppers, Ornamentals).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAggressive Hunters:\u003c\/b\u003e One Orius can kill up to 30 thrips per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eTargeted Pests \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Stages Targeted\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpact Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThrips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,1,0\"\u003eAdults \u0026amp; Larvae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrimary Target\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAphids\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,0\"\u003eAdults \u0026amp; Juveniles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,2,0\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpider Mites\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\"\u003eAll stages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,2,0\"\u003eOpportunistic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMoth Eggs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,1,0\"\u003eEggs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,2,0\"\u003eSupplemental\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eApplication Rates \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eFor best results in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eIntegrated Pest Management (IPM)\u003c\/b\u003e, release at the first sign of adult \"silvering\" on leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePreventative:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 Orius per 10 sq. ft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eActive Outbreak:\u003c\/b\u003e 5–10 Orius per 10 sq. ft. (Repeat every 2 weeks).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommercial Greenhouses:\u003c\/b\u003e 2,000–4,000 per acre depending on crop density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Orius are light-sensitive. Release them in the early morning or late evening to ensure they settle into the canopy rather than flying toward greenhouse lights or windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eTechnical Specifications (Ideal Environment)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eTo maximize your ROI, ensure your grow room meets these parameters:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e 68°F – 90°F (20°C – 32°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e 60% – 80% RH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePhotoperiod:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires at least 12 hours of light to remain active (avoids reproductive diapause).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCan I use Orius with predatory mites?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eYes. Combining Orius with \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003eAmblyseius swirskii\u003c\/i\u003e creates a \"pincer maneuver,\" where mites handle the soil\/leaf larvae and Orius handles the mobile adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHow long does it take to see results?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003eYou will see active hunting within 24 hours. A full population takes 2–3 weeks to establish through egg-laying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIs it safe for organic gardening?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003eAbsolutely. Orius insidiosus is a 100% organic biological control, safe for pets, humans, and pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLive Delivery:\u003c\/b\u003e We guarantee your predators arrive alive and hungry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Use immediately. If necessary, store at \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e45°F – 55°F for no more than 24 hours. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"112\"\u003eDo not refrigerate.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FGMN Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Hot Spot - Up to 5 Plants (100 Orius)","offer_id":46246930448555,"sku":"Orius100","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Up to 15 plants (200 Orius)","offer_id":46097046339755,"sku":"ORIUS-1","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Up to 40 Plants (500 Orius)","offer_id":46097046372523,"sku":"ORIUS-2","price":178.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Up to 80 Plants (1000 Orius)","offer_id":46097046405291,"sku":"ORIUS-3","price":268.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Up to 150 Plants (2000 Orius)","offer_id":46097046438059,"sku":"ORIUS-4","price":445.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/0142\/7371\/files\/Oriusbottle.png?v=1770078059","url":"https:\/\/walnutcreekpet.com\/products\/orius-insidiosus","provider":"Walnut Creek Pets LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}